Balour Tavous Necklace
Balour Tavous Necklace
A platinum necklace, showcasing a large central medallion in a kaleidoscope of colours. This primary motif, composed of a dynamic collection of gemstones and diamonds, features a fabulous 27 carat lemon quartz that has been hand carved with an intricate geometric pattern on the back. The carving is reflected through to the front, and creates a new design together with a circle of emeralds set secretly around the perimeter of the carving. The yellow quartz is surrounded entirely by white diamonds.
Starting from the center, sixteen spokes set with white diamonds and alternating emerald cabochon rounds and marquises radiate outward, forming patterns created by the combinations of the gemstones and airspace. The outer part of the spokes alternate between eight round tsavorite garnets and eight round green garnet druzies, each completely surrounded with emeralds.
The bail is hidden behind the topmost stone, an pear-shaped faceted emerald, completely surrounded with emeralds.
The name ‘Tavous’ comes from the Persian word for peacock, as my inspiration emerged from the bravura and magnificence displayed by these exquisite birds during their plume presentations.
Diamond Total Weight – 0.88 carats
Gemstone Total Weight – 57.61 carats
This necklace took three and a half months to create, from initial design to completion.
This piece is one-of-a-kind and entirely handcrafted.